Physical Therapist I

Physical Therapist I Job Title: Physical Therapist I Industry: Healthcare / Health Services Work Setting: Outpatient | Acute Care (Float) Job City: Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Country: United States Work Location: On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $72,800 – $93,600 base salary Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate About the Opportunity Search Station is recruiting on behalf of a confidential client — a regional health organization in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan seeking a Physical Therapist I to provide patient‑focused physical therapy services across outpatient settings with occasional acute care float coverage. This role utilizes assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with physical therapy standards, physician orders, and organizational policies. The Physical Therapist I also delegates responsibilities to Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides while functioning as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy — required PT Credential (Physical Therapist) — required BLS Certification within 1 month of hire or transfer — highly preferred Successful completion of organizational orientation and new hire competency — required Fingerprinting required; employer covers cost — required Ability to perform essential job functions with reasonable accommodation — required Scope of Work Evaluate patient function using formal and informal testing to assess skeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular status Develop goal‑specific treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient tolerance Submit written treatment plans for physician authorization; update plans of care as patient status changes Co‑sign verbal orders received by physical therapist assistants as necessary Develop treatment schedules including frequency and duration; coordinate with patients, families, caregivers, and clinical support staff Educate patients, families, and caregivers on pathology, prognosis, treatment rationale, and home programs Provide supervision for Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Home Health Aides, and students per regulatory standards Recommend adaptive/supportive equipment and assist in securing necessary items for patients Document patient response to treatment and changes in condition per affiliate and regulatory standards Complete daily documentation required for billing in compliance with organizational and regulatory guidelines Provide treatment interventions to facilitate or restore optimal functioning within assigned care areas Demonstrate effective oral and written communication with internal and external customers, including interdisciplinary team coordination Participate in staff development, student education, and community education related to physical therapy Promote process improvement and assist with program development Participate in team conferences and interdisciplinary meetings Function as case manager for assigned cases Maintain confidentiality of patient and affiliate information Demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows and participate in additional training as required Adhere to OSHA requirements and annual Exposure Control Plan training Use personal protective equipment correctly and work safely in environments with potential exposure to communicable diseases Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Earned Time Off (ETO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) Holiday Pay and Flexible Spending Accounts Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Leadership Growth Opportunities Relocation Assistance — possible for ideal candidate Good to Know Entry‑level friendly — less than 1 year of experience acceptable Primarily outpatient caseload with occasional acute care float coverage Fingerprinting required (employer pays) Strong organizational values emphasizing excellence, integrity, teamwork, and accountability Technology‑driven environment requiring comfort with digital tools No travel required #J-18808-Ljbffr